Collar Necklace with Star Pendant

Handcrafted by 1 of 500 Akola women in Uganda and in Dallas. 100% of product revenues are reinvested in the social mission to empower these women to transform their families and communities. Through your purchase, this necklace will provide the income for Akola women to provide the basic needs for their family.

Three strands of hand-rolled Karatasi paper beads, finished with a star shaped pendant inspired by the coptic designs of Ethiopia. The Collar necklace is one of Akola's iconic pieces and has become a symbol that is synonymous with our mission.

Length: 20"

We suggest the following tips for keeping your Akola jewelry looking beautiful:

Store your Akola jewelry in soft fabrics or sealed baggies to prevent scratching, tangling, and slow down the effect of oxidation due to environmental exposure.

Take off your Akola jewelry when you wash or do any physical activities.

Keep your jewelry away from cosmetics, perfume, lotion and cleaning products that are responsible for oxidation of plating and damage metals.